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21 photos that will make you want to go to Japan

It's easy to come home with a few thousand photos when you visit Japan. Here are some of my favorites.

Train hopping in Japan - How does it work?

Traveling by train in Japan can be a breeze some days and endlessly difficult other days. Here are tips on how to plan your train trip, with everything from customs and traditions to accommodation and food.